PsychSessions: Conversations about Teaching N' Stuff

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E132 Regan A.R. Gurung Part 2 Nov 23, 2021

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In this episode Eric interviews Regan A. R. Gurung from Oregon State University in Corvallis, OR. Starting at OSU in 2019, we speak about his new School of Psychological Science, his leadership of the Center for Teaching and Learning, his 355-student gen psych course (+standing ovation), and what it's like to move your family cross-country pre-pandemic. Regan discusses his plans to celebrate unsung heroes through a health psychology book collaboration, an Easter egg hint, a follow-up from Part 1, and much more.

Background music by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/). Licensed under CC BY-4.0

BTS02E01: Do I still take the train? Presentism and the pandemic Nov 22, 2021

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In this episode: what will a post-pandemic look like, stopping the tenure clock, serving others' needs, flex time at home, ah -- the pivot, publication lags, the R1 institution challenge, supporting faculty however they need it (ergonomically and otherwise)

TLC004: Leslie Alverez, University of Denver Nov 22, 2021

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Chris and Leslie talk about the transition from an HSI to a larger, R1 institution as the leader of a TLC.

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TLC003: Tracie Addy, Lafayette College Nov 16, 2021

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Chris and Tracie talk about Tracie's pathway from community college to Center Director. As a non-psychologist (Tracie is a biologist), we talk about how the pathway is eerily similar to that of others we spoke to.

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TLC002: Victor Benassi, University of New Hampshire Nov 16, 2021

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In this episode, Chris interviews Victor Benassi from the University of New Hampture in Durham, New Hampshire.

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TLC001: Chris and Garth talk TLC! Nov 16, 2021

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In this episode, Chris and Garth talk about the need for a podcast that helps illuminate the pathway from faculty member to TLC director. They also talk about the podcast format and the goal of the series.

Background music by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/). Licensed under CC BY-4.0

E131: Missy Beers, Part 2: A Master Class in Compassion Nov 09, 2021

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In this episode Eric interviews Missy Beers from the Ohio State University in Columbus, OH. In this return to the PsychSessions, Missy tells an updated story of her life, poignantly relating how her life completely changed when her husband Randy unexpectedly died in Dec. 2019. Missy shares her stories about grief, compassion, and coping, and how these experiences have changed many of her views as an educator. We discuss what can help individuals who are suffering, and how we sometimes dehumanize others.

E130: Viji Sathy: Inquisitive, Innovator, Inclusive Teacher, Inspirational Colleague Oct 26, 2021

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In this episode Garth interviews Viji Sathy from the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill in Chapel Hill, NC. Viji shares her new role in supporting faculty in SoTL work; this dovetails nicely with inclusive teaching & her continued developing influence on social media (Twitter: @vijisathy). Expectations were high for Viji growing up; her parents were excellent role models as life-long learners. She shares her work experiences with the College Board & finding her voice; discover more at inclusified.com

ASK072 How should I think about motivation in my classes Oct 19, 2021

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In this AskPsychSessions feature, Marianne talks with Cristina Zepeda from Washington University in St. Louis about the role motivation plays in student learning.

E129: Louise Chim: Resilient, Humble, Gifted, Well-Rounded, Teaching All-Star Oct 12, 2021

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In this episode Garth interviews Louise Chim from the University of Victoria in Victoria, Canada. Parents valuing education chose a future in Canada that Louise maximized, enjoying school, band, choir, & hockey. She played on the hockey team for 2 years as a Harvard undergraduate before pursuing graduate work in psychology / affective science at Stanford. Her resilience and patience are impressive, and she now serves as an associate professor of teaching at UVic, and is actively involved in TIP-NW & Psi Chi.

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